Weld County Sheriff warns public about rash of vehicle battery thefts

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The Weld County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of an increase in vehicle battery thefts.

Several hundred batteries have been stolen since September, according to a news release. The batteries were most often stolen from semi-trucks and other heavy equipment. Many have also been stolen after they were left unsecured, the release states.

The batteries have been taken late at night and early in the morning.

Sgt. Tim Schwartz, spokesman for the sheriff’s office, said information about why the batteries are being stolen is not available because the investigation is ongoing.

To avoid battery thefts, the sheriff’s office recommends that people park vehicles in well-lit, secure areas. Residents should also mark their batteries so they can be easily identified if stolen.

Anyone with information on the battery thefts can contact Dana Mellon at (970) 356-4015 ext. 2825. Residents can also call Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477) or visit the website at www.nococrimestoppers.com.